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Mario Snowman Cake Arrives at Epic Universe’s Toadstool Cafe

Mario Snowman Cake Arrives at Epic Universe’s Toadstool Cafe

The $12.99 holiday dessert combines cookie butter vanilla mousse, cinnamon streusel cake and a brownie Christmas tree.

What to Know About Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar in 2026

What to Know About Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar in 2026

Disney Springs’ seasonal bar has new menu items in 2026, with walk-up seating only for indoor and outdoor tables.

Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 Food Prices: What to Know

Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 Food Prices: What to Know

Most party snacks cost $6.99 or less, while cocktails at The Hollywood Brown Derby reach $21.

Disney Dining Plan Alcohol: What’s Included and Worth It?

Disney Dining Plan Alcohol: What’s Included and Worth It?

Beer, wine and cocktails can replace a meal drink for eligible adults—but the fine print matters.

Pomelo, O-Ku Among New Orlando Restaurants Planned This Year

Pomelo, O-Ku Among New Orlando Restaurants Planned This Year

New restaurants are planned for Mills Park, Winter Park, O-Town West and beyond, while Broken Strings Brewery sets a final date.

Charley’s Steak House Keeps Its Wood-Fired Tradition on I-Drive

Charley’s Steak House Keeps Its Wood-Fired Tradition on I-Drive

The longtime International Drive steakhouse cuts USDA Prime beef to order and cooks it over a wood fire.

Seoul Bōl Brings Korean Wellness Bowls to Mills 50

Seoul Bōl Brings Korean Wellness Bowls to Mills 50

Hoi Nguyen’s Korean bowl concept has opened beside Chi-Kin on North Mills Avenue.

Disney Dining Plan Gratuity: What You Still Pay

Disney Dining Plan Gratuity: What You Still Pay

The Disney Dining Plan prepays eligible meals, not most tips—here’s when the 18% charge applies and the few exceptions.

Santa’s Holiday Grove Treats Arrive at Animal Kingdom

Santa’s Holiday Grove Treats Arrive at Animal Kingdom

Disney’s Animal Kingdom holiday kiosk offers new sweets, savory bites and a Santa meet-and-greet through Jan. 6.

8 Disney World Sit-Down Restaurants Worth a Closer Look

8 Disney World Sit-Down Restaurants Worth a Closer Look

From Magic Kingdom to Disney Springs resorts, these table-service spots offer varied menus and settings.

Three Orlando Chefs Share Their Fast-Food Go-Tos

Three Orlando Chefs Share Their Fast-Food Go-Tos

From Whataburger burgers to KFC wings and Taco Bell chalupas, three local chefs name the comfort-food orders they return to.

Disney Dining for Large Groups: Split-Table Booking Tips

Disney Dining for Large Groups: Split-Table Booking Tips

A practical Walt Disney World strategy for booking big-family meals when one large reservation will not appear.

Pierogi One Brings Polish Comfort Food to Sand Lake

Pierogi One Brings Polish Comfort Food to Sand Lake

The Sand Lake bistro serves traditional Polish dishes, from borscht and schnitzel to pierogi made boiled or pan-seared.

Grand Floridian Café Adds Dedicated Lunch Menu

Grand Floridian Café Adds Dedicated Lunch Menu

The Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort restaurant has reopened with refreshed decor, new lunch hours and added menu items.

EPCOT Reveals 2026 Festival of the Holidays Food Lineup

EPCOT Reveals 2026 Festival of the Holidays Food Lineup

The festival runs Nov. 27 through Dec. 30 with 20 Holiday Kitchens and 98 new food and drink offerings.

EPCOT Holiday Festival Adds 98 New Food and Drink Items

EPCOT Holiday Festival Adds 98 New Food and Drink Items

The 2026 festival starts Nov. 27 with 20 Holiday Kitchens, two new booths and a returning Cookie Stroll.

EPCOT Adds Diwali Kitchen, New Booth for 2026 Holidays

EPCOT Adds Diwali Kitchen, New Booth for 2026 Holidays

EPCOT’s holiday festival will introduce Diwali Holiday Kitchen and Season’s Eatings from Nov. 27 to Dec. 30.

Thanksgiving Coffyn Coming to Six Ravens at Disney Springs

Thanksgiving Coffyn Coming to Six Ravens at Disney Springs

The Peckish Pilgrim combines turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and cranberry jam from Nov. 14 through Nov. 27.

Fantasmic! Dining Package: Is It Worth It in 2026?

Fantasmic! Dining Package: Is It Worth It in 2026?

Compare 2026 prices, restaurants, dining-plan credits and the reserved-seating details before booking at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Animal Kingdom Adds Peppermint Brownie Ice Cream Sandwich

Animal Kingdom Adds Peppermint Brownie Ice Cream Sandwich

Santa’s Holiday Grove will serve the peppermint version from Nov. 13 through Jan. 3.

Cinnamon Crunch Holiday Popcorn Arrives at Disney Springs

Cinnamon Crunch Holiday Popcorn Arrives at Disney Springs

Goofy’s Candy Company is serving a $18.99 holiday popcorn mix with cinnamon caramel popcorn, candy and pretzels.

Chef Alex Atala to Curate Morada Orlando Development

Chef Alex Atala to Curate Morada Orlando Development

The Brazilian chef will shape the dining, brand and hospitality vision for the International Drive project slated for 2030.

What to Order at Disney Jollywood Nights, According to One Review

What to Order at Disney Jollywood Nights, According to One Review

A first-night review highlights four items to try and four the reviewer recommends skipping at Disney’s Hollywood Studios party.

Christmas Taco Cookie Joins Jollywood Nights Menu

Christmas Taco Cookie Joins Jollywood Nights Menu

The $5.99 cranberry cheesecake-filled dessert is available at ABC Commissary during select 2026 Jollywood Nights dates.

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